In Cooke v. Curtis, 6 H. J. 93, the rule was laid down that where the credibility of a witness is attacked by the opposite party his prior declarations may be given in evidence to show his consistency.
Summary of this case from Gill v. StaylorNo. 147-80
June 3, 1980.
Appeal from Chittenden Superior Court.
Transcript shall be ordered by July 1, 1980, or cause dismissed.
In Cooke v. Curtis, 6 H. J. 93, the rule was laid down that where the credibility of a witness is attacked by the opposite party his prior declarations may be given in evidence to show his consistency.
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Court:Supreme Court of Vermont
Date published: Jun 3, 1980
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